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1 For the end, A Song of Psalm of resurrection. Shout unto God, all the earth.
2 O sing praises to His name; give glory to His praise.
3 Say unto God, How awesome are Your works! Through the greatness of Your power Your enemies shall submit themselves to You.
4 Let all the earth worship You, and sing to You; let them sing to Your name. Pause.
5 Come and behold the works of God; [He is] mighty in [His] counsels beyond the children of men,
6 who turns the sea into dry land; they shall go through the river on foot; there shall we rejoice in Him,
7 who by His power is Lord over the ages, His eyes look upon the nations; let not them that provoke [Him] be exalted in themselves. Pause.
8 Bless our God, you Gentiles, and make the voice of his praise to be heard;
9 who quickens my soul in life, and does not allow my feet to be moved.
10 For You, O God, have proved us; You have tried us with fire as silver is tried.
11 You have brought us into the snare; You have laid afflictions on our back.
12 You have caused men to ride over our heads; we went through the fire and water; but You brought us out into [a place of] refreshment.
13 I will go into Your house with whole burnt offerings; I will pay You my vows,
14 which my lips framed, and my mouth uttered in my affliction.
15 I will offer to You whole burnt sacrifices full of marrow, with incense and rams; I will sacrifice to You oxen with goats. Pause.
16 Come [and] hear, and I will tell, all You that fear God, how great things He has done for my soul.
17 I cried to Him with my mouth, and exalted Him with my tongue.
18 If I have regarded iniquity in my heart, let not the Lord hearken [to me].
19 Therefore God has hearkened to me; He has attended to the voice of my prayer.
20 Blessed be God, who has not turned away my prayer, nor His mercy from me.
The Apostles’ Bible Complete (ABC)
The Apostles’ Bible Complete (ABC) is a modern translation of the Bible that strives to offer a clear and faithful rendering of the scriptures in contemporary language. This translation is designed to be accessible to a wide audience, providing an easy-to-read yet accurate version of the biblical text. The ABC translation aims to bridge the gap between the ancient languages in which the Bible was originally written and the modern vernacular, making it an ideal choice for both personal study and public reading.
One of the notable features of the Apostles’ Bible Complete is its dedication to maintaining the integrity of the original manuscripts. The translators of the ABC worked meticulously with the Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek texts to ensure that their translation accurately reflects the original meaning and intent of the scriptures. By employing a balance of formal equivalence (word-for-word) and dynamic equivalence (thought-for-thought) translation techniques, the ABC aims to preserve the nuances and richness of the original languages while ensuring readability and clarity for modern readers.
The ABC also incorporates extensive cross-references and study aids to enhance the reader’s understanding of the biblical text. These tools include footnotes that provide historical and cultural context, as well as explanations of difficult or ambiguous passages. This approach helps readers to grasp the deeper meanings of the scriptures and to see how different parts of the Bible interconnect. The inclusion of these study aids makes the ABC particularly useful for those who are new to the Bible, as well as for more experienced readers who are looking to deepen their understanding of the text.
Despite its strengths, the Apostles’ Bible Complete has faced some criticisms. Some readers feel that the translation could benefit from further refinement in certain passages, as the balance between formal and dynamic equivalence can sometimes lead to inconsistencies in style and tone. Others have noted that while the study aids are helpful, they can occasionally overwhelm the main text, making it difficult to focus on the scripture itself. Nonetheless, the ABC remains a valuable and respected translation, appreciated for its commitment to accuracy, clarity, and accessibility, and for its ability to bring the ancient words of the Bible to life for contemporary readers.